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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 300 (COMMON SPECS & PROCEDURES)BRAKESDISC BRAKESDISC BRAKE SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS
1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic
Disc Brake Service Specifications
1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Disc Brake Service Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
DISC BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | In. (mm) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Brake Pad Lining Minimum Thickness | 0.080 (2.0) | ||
| Brake Pad Lining Thickness (NEW) | 0.380 (9.6) | ||
| Brake Rotor Diameter | 11.654 (296.0) | ||
| Brake Rotor Discard Thickness (1) | 0.960 (24.5) | ||
| Brake Rotor Maximum Allowable Assembled Lateral Runout | 0.002 (0.06) | ||
| Brake Rotor Maximum Allowable Scoring | 0.059 (1.50) | ||
| Brake Rotor Maximum Allowable Thickness Variation | 0.001 (0.025) | ||
| Brake Rotor Minimum Allowable Thickness After Refinish | 0.960 (24.5) | ||
| Brake Rotor Thickness (NEW) | 1.024 (26.0) | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.